Greetings!
These are trying times for children. Federal and State budget cuts threaten to impact the most vulnerable citizens, our children. Now, more than ever, we need your help to ensure vital services for abused and neglected children are still available. CASA of Collin County Volunteer Advocates would not be able to serve 100% of the child abuse victims entering the foster care system without your help. Thank you for those of you who have supported CASA with your financial resources or by donating your time as a volunteer advocate or committee volunteer. It takes each and every dollar and each and every volunteer to provide hope for our children.  Susan EtheridgeCASA of Collin County
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Volunteer Training Set for April
The second quarterly volunteer training class for new CASA Volunteer Advocates will be held beginning on Saturday, April 2nd with the remaining classes on April 4,5,7,11,12 and 14.Those interested in registering for the class should contact
Rick Cooke, CASA of Collin County Recruiter/Trainer. Rick joined the staff in January of this year to oversee the training program and recruit volunteers throughout the year.
 Each year, CASA trains between 50-70 Volunteer Advocates to ensure every child removed from an unsafe home has their own CASA. Visit our website to learn more about becoming a volunteer advocate and changing young lives for the better!
Pictured are new Volunteer Advocates sworn in by District Court Judge Cynthia Wheless in February of this year.
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 Golf Committee Planning Tournament for September 2011! Start making your plans to join us in the Eighth Annual CASAs for Kids Classic Golf Tournament to be held in September. Details coming soon for date, location and sponsorship information. Returning as Golf Committee Chair this year is Steve Bell, CASA Board Member and Chairman/CEO of Interoperability Calling Technologies, Inc. and Stealth Emergency Communications. From left, CASA Board Members Randy Roland and Steve Bell promise a fun day of golf that supports abused children in our community. 
Each year, the team from Ann Dunham State Farm Insurance supports the CASAs for Kids Classic Golf Tournament. Special thanks to Ann Dunham, for including CASA among her support of the community. If you'd like to learn more about the Golf Tournament or serve on the committee, please contact Kathy Blank, Development Director. |
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While CASA of Collin County hosts two annual fundraisers each year that raise over 1/3 of our annual budget, we rely on the generosity of the community to provide donations through third party beneficiary events. Springtime brings a great variety of beneficiary events that are sure to provide something of interest for everyone!
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 March 26th!
Register for Take a Hike and Select CASA of Collin County at check out! Hike along the Heard's scenic nature trains 9am to noon for a good cause! Hikers receive continental breakfast and giveaways. Plus, family-friendly fund! View the event flyer!
 Diva's Den Shopping Day
March 26th, 10am - 6pmAfter hiking the beautiful trails at The Heard Museum, stop at Divas Den and shop their big sale for beautiful, affordable accessories. Diva's Den, located at 1941 Preston Rd., Suite 1008, in Plano, will donate 10% of the day's proceeds to CASA. Enjoy food and beverages all while raising funds for CASA!
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Motorcycle Ride Exclusively Benefiting
CASA of Collin County
Sunday, April 10, 2011 $20 registration per bike Event Flyer
Registration Form Letter of Invitation Sponsorship Opportunities
Auction Donation Form  Start: Collin County Courthouse 2100 Bloomdale, McKinney End: Family Power Sports 2110 North Central Expwy, McKinney Schedule 8:30 - 10:30AM: Registration 10:00AM: CMA, Guardians of Grace Lead Church Service 11:00AM: Kickstands UP (1 hour ride through Collin County back roads) 12:00 - 3:00PM: Live Music, Classic Car Exhibit, Bike Games, 50/50 Raffle, Silent Auctions, Door Prizes and "After Party" at Splitsville, The Village of Fairview. (Pricing until 7:00PM)
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 Westmount Foundation invites the community to join them in a day of fun and team building at their second annual Teams for Children event on Saturday, May 14, 2011 at The Greenhill School.
Sponsorships and Team Registration are available. Bring the whole family for a day of fun for a great cause!
All proceeds benefit CASA of Collin County and other worthy charities.
Left, Sophia and Erica Baig greet participants at the first annual Teams for Children event in 2010.
On right, Cliff and Adriana Booth and Steve Kanoff join Susan Etheridge as they invite kids and adults alike to enjoy the festivities. View more photos from last year's event here!
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Save the Date! 
On Friday, May 20, 2011, the Saint
Elizabeth Ann Seton Knights of Columbus Council #7850 will host its 2nd Annual Charity Golf Tournament benefiting CASA of Collin County and other K of C charities in Allen, TX at The Golf Club Twin Creeks.
Registration Deadline: May 16, 2011
Format: Four Person Scramble
Men, Women and Junior Golfers invited
12:30PM Shotgun Start
5:30PM Buffet and Awards Presentation
Contests and Challenges Include
Hole-In-One Auto Prize Contest
1st, 2nd, 3rd Place Awards
Longest Drive - Men's and Women's
Closest to the Pin, Raffle Prizes, Putting Contest, Door Prizes, Discount Rounds of Golf, Goodie Bag and more...
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Madfrog Volleyball Club hosts CASA Fundraiser at Studio Movie Grill Plano! 
Madfrog Volleyball players donned the 3-D glasses to enjoy the new Justin Bieber Movie, Never Say Never at Studio Movie Grill, Plano. A portion of the ticket sales benefited CASA of Collin County.
Madfrog coaches and players loved the movie night and shared their hearts by giving back to the children less fortunate. They raised $218.75 for CASA!
 Primrose Schools Book Donation 14 five-year old students from Primrose Schools of Eldorado and Stone Brooke and their teachers brought 100 books to donate to children served by CASA. They stopped to enjoy the mild weather and admire the Caring Friends Play Yard at CASA.
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 McKinney Courier Gazette
CASA Quest: McKinney City Council Honors Boy, 9, For Yearlong Fundraiser Benefiting Special Program
McKinney City Councilman Ray Ricchi reads City Council Special Recognition given to 9 year old Nathan Bush for his efforts on behalf of CASA of Collin County.
McKinney Assistant Chief of Police, Randy Roland, congratulates Nathan. Randy serves as the CASA Board Treasurer.
Also see the Feb 2011 Issue of:
Family Circle
Good Works, Voices for Children
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Special Thanks to all those supporting the 2011 Voice for Children Gala
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Special thanks to the 2011 Voice for Children Gala Committee
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George Fuller and Maylee Thomas-Fuller enjoy the evening with their family and friends.
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Guests enjoyed whimsical entertainment New Orleans Style.
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Gala guests enjoyed a wonderful evening with fine food, exciting auction items and a moving program that reminded everyone that the children are the real winners as we raised significant funds for vital CASA programs.
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CASA would like to thank our very generous Voice for Children Gala Sponsors!
 Bourbon Street
Title Sponsor
Royal Street Presenting Sponsor
Danya & Mike
AndersonDauphine Street
SponsorsThe Hon. Terry G. Box, Sheriff of Collin County
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